Unified approach crucial to meeting AfCFTA targets

A unified approach needs to be adopted by all 55 of the countries that form part of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) in order to reach its initial 2035 target of increasing GDP... 

Gold mine receives environmental go-ahead

An environmental decree from Senegal’s Ministry of Environment and Ecological Transition was awarded to precious metals miner Fortuna Mining last month, thereby approving the environmental- and... 

African mining sustainability gaining traction

Despite some impressive sustainability gains in the mining sector over the past decade, sustainable mining industry body ICMM CEO Rohitesh Dhawan says progress in Africa displays inconsistencies... 

Mining boom drives African infrastructure growth

The increased interest in mining, to fulfil global minerals demand, has initiated the establishment of crucial logistics corridors as well as achieved a boost in investment in power projects in... 

Major rare earths mine construction progresses

The construction of the Longonjo rare earths mine in Angola is progressing on target and on budget for first mixed rare earth carbonate (MREC) commissioning in 2027, according to owner and operator... 

Modular emulsion plants benefit remote mines

Mining explosives and blasting technology supplier BME’s modular emulsion manufacturing plants are addressing the extreme and remote conditions of the African mining sector, as they reduce exposure... 

DRC integral in energy transition metals supply

The global energy transition represents a significant opportunity for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), with its vast reserves of copper, cobalt and other critical minerals, says... 

Corridor makes significant progress

The development and use of the Lobito Corridor – a multimodal logistics corridor that spans Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia – has progressed significantly over the past 12... 

Management group tackles non-revenue water issues

With special focus on reducing non-revenue water (NRW) losses, multidisciplinary construction, engineering and project management company Botala Oracle Group is currently participating in several... 

Dam fixed without disrupting crop cycle

The successful completion of a water-stabilisation upgrade on a commercial maize farm in Heidelberg, Gauteng, was achieved when water storage solutions provider DamPro applied its flagship DAMFIX... 

Dam project progressing after initial challenges

Despite extensive delays caused by funding shortages, Covid-19 disruptions, contractor procurement issues and local land/property disputes, the Clanwilliam Dam Wall Raising Project in the Western... 

More action, less talk – consulting engineers’ body

Despite numerous government announcements and budget allocations earmarked for new infrastructure projects in South Africa, the country’s engineering sector, now more than ever, requires action... 

Global events stymying local growth

Following positive developments in South Africa’s surface mining and quarrying sector from mid-2025 to year-end, recent international geopolitical turmoil has stymied any further growth in the... 

Production gains driven by dump truck upgrade

Since adding four Bell B30E 4X4 articulated dump trucks (ADTs) to its operation, construction materials miner and producer Afrimat has noted an immediate and sustained impact on production at its... 

Concept screens well received at conference

Two new conceptual screening solutions suited to the local sector were floated at this year’s Institute of Quarrying Southern Africa Conference and Exhibition – held on April 16 and 17 at the... 

Coating prolongs floor life

An improved post-initial set applied colloidal silica – a liquid densifier that strengthens concrete from within – distributed by concrete protection supplier SprayLock Africa is strengthening the... 

New equipment improves precast manufacturer’s output

The successful installation of industrial machine manufacturer OST-Africa’s Visam vibrating equipment a year ago has “greatly improved” output for precast manufacturer Vula Concrete, leading to the... 

Alternative fuels can reduce costs

Converting hazardous waste and high-calorific materials into alternative fuels has enabled cement manufacturing facilities to partially or fully replace the coal used to fire cement kilns.... 

West Africa a development hotspot – miner

Mining development in West Africa is entering a new growth phase shaped around the development of more technically complex projects, particularly underground mining opportunities; higher... 

WAMPEX growth leads to new venue, more visitors

This year’s West African Mining & Power Expo (WAMPEX), which is endorsed by the Ghanaian Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, will convene over 6 000 mining professionals while celebrating its... 

WAMPEX to catalyse discussions

Minerals industry association Ghana Chamber of Mines aims to catalyse new investment partnerships, strengthen supplier and operator links, and elevate discussions regarding mineral value addition... 

UAV technology, an effective security tool

In conjunction with commercial unmanned aerial vehicle manufacturer Da-Jiang Innovations (DJI), integrated security solutions provider Fidelity Services Group has developed a repeatable security... 

On-site emergency response teams available 24/7

With a strong national footprint and more than two decades of experience across industrial projects, including highly remote and high-risk environments, private medical and emergency care provider... 

Substance abuse policy, testing are paramount

A legally-sound substance abuse policy that is communicated and available to company employees, alongside the correct equipment and procedures are paramount in industries and sectors where... 

New technology nearing pilot-plant stage

To advance its locally developed carbon capture and utilisation (CCU) technology, South African company EPCM Global Engineering is progressing to the next stage of development through a... 

Key geospatial decision-makers to converge on Cape Town

This year’s iteration of the International Federation of Surveyors (FIG) Congress is expected to attract about 1300 participants from almost 100 countries, and it will be held at the Cape Town... 

Sector growing unevenly, faces challenges - Council

The geomatics sector in South Africa – an interdisciplinary field integrating the measurement of earth – on surface, underground, water and air – collection, analysis, management and display of... 

Engineered demolition ends in environmental stability

The demolition of diversified miner Sibanye-Stillwater’s 46-m-high headgear at the decommissioned Beatrix 2 shaft, which forms part of the Beatrix 2 Shaft rehabilitation project, was successfully... 

Partnership leads to development of learning hub

The business relationship between mining technology integration partner and provider Dwyka Mining Services, integrated platinum group metals and chrome producer Tharisa, and a group of... 

Local equipment proves its mettle

South Africa’s mining-equipment innovators are delivering practical, safety-focused and energy-efficient solutions across the domestic mining sector, reports equipment manufacturer cluster Mining... 

Mobile air cooling allows for flexible, improved mining

An emerging trend of mines requiring short-term underground cooling solutions that can adapt to changing conditions and provide more targeted temperature control has motivated mine ventilation,... 

Sequenced approach to achieve renewed gold ounces

With a sequenced approach to its R7.9-billion Mponeng mine expansion and life of mine (LoM) extension project, gold and copper miner Harmony is able to ensure that the project’s roll out will not... 

Ventilation, battery tech at forefront of deeper mining

As domestic mines modernise and mechanise, certain systems – such as ventilation-on-demand (VoD) technologies and battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) – are likely to see the fastest adoption in... 

Pilot plant development making headway

The development of the Kadant Autolab pilot plant is one of many paper and board recycling programmes and initiatives being introduced by paper and paper packaging sector responsibility... 

Initial costs should not be a deciding factor in pump purchases

It is imperative that industrial and mining companies in Africa “think beyond price” to life-cycle costs during the procurement of pumps used in hard water and abrasive slurry applications, says... 

Sales up owing to municipal inefficiencies

The structural and operational challenges in South Africa’s municipal water systems have contributed to the double-digit increase in pump and water-tank sales across the tank supply industry over... 

Two projects boost manufacturer’s order book

South Africa-based foundry and engineering company Thos Begbie has been awarded two significant projects, with the completion dates for both expected in the third quarter of this year. The first... 

New facility advances post processing technology

Since commissioning its Hot Isostatic Press (HIP) facility –  unveiled at its Scientia campus in Pretoria, on December 11, 2026 – national research organisation Council for Scientific and... 

Printing for health products advances

Digital printing is the preferred solution when versioning, short runs and speed of production are key factors, and has been integral to a "breakthrough" by printing solutions provider Pyrotec... 

Brownfield expansions, critical minerals are focus areas in 2026

The key opportunities likely to be pursued and leveraged by miners, explorers and developers in South Africa’s mining sector this year include brownfield project expansions and mine development, a...